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NITA AccreditedIntermediatePhysical + Virtual5 daysCRTC

Training on Complaint Resolution

Master complaint resolution techniques to turn dissatisfied customers into loyal advocates. Learn to effectively handle complaints, resolve issues, and exceed customer expectations.

Next intake

20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru

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Duration

5 days

Live instruction

Delivery

Physical + Virtual

Cohort based

Level

Intermediate

Working professionals

Certification

NITA reimbursable

For Kenyan cohorts

Language

English

All materials

Overview

About this programme

Effective complaint resolution is a key aspect of maintaining strong customer relationships, promoting organizational improvement, and enhancing service quality. This 5-day Complaint Resolution Training Course is designed to equip participants with the skills, tools, and strategies necessary for handling complaints professionally and effectively. The course will explore the dynamics of customer dissatisfaction, conflict resolution techniques, and the implementation of a structured complaint management system within an organization.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend?

  • Customer service representatives
  • Managers and supervisors
  • Human resource personnel
  • Public relations professionals
  • Client relations officers
  • Anyone responsible for handling complaints in an organization
Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

By the end of this course, participants will:

  • Understand the importance of effective complaint resolution
  • Identify common causes of customer complaints
  • Employ active listening techniques to gather information
  • Empathize with customers and build rapport
  • Analyze complaint data to identify trends and patterns
  • Develop effective complaint resolution strategies
  • Prevent future complaints through proactive measures
Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: Introduction to Complaint Resolution

  • The role of complaints in customer satisfaction and organizational growth
  • Understanding customer expectations
  • Complaint resolution vs. customer service
  • The cost of unresolved complaints

Module 2: Communication Skills for Handling Complaints

  • Active listening and empathy
  • Managing emotions: both yours and the customer’s
  • Effective verbal and non-verbal communication
  • Dealing with different types of complainants

Module 3: Conflict Resolution Techniques

  • Identifying conflict triggers in complaints
  • Steps to defuse angry or upset customers
  • Mediation and negotiation skills
  • Turning conflict into cooperation

Module 4: Complaint Management Systems

  • Implementing a formal complaint process
  • Tools and technology for tracking complaints
  • Measuring the effectiveness of complaint resolution
  • Reporting and feedback mechanisms

Module 5: Continuous Improvement and Best Practices

  • Using complaint data for service improvement
  • Developing policies and strategies for ongoing complaint management
  • Case studies and role-playing exercises
  • Building a culture of proactive complaint handling
Impact

Where the change lands

Organizational Impact:

  • Improved customer loyalty through effective complaint handling

  • Stronger brand reputation and trust in the marketplace

  • Enhanced service quality through feedback-driven improvements

  • Reduced escalation of conflicts, saving time and resources

Individual Impact:

  • Enhanced communication and conflict resolution skills

  • Increased confidence in managing challenging situations

  • Ability to transform complaints into opportunities for customer satisfaction

  • Greater professional effectiveness and credibility

Dates and locations

Upcoming intakes

Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.

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FAQs

Common questions.

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To teach you a systematic approach to effectively resolve customer complaints, turning a negative experience into a positive outcome and building long-term loyalty.

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For corporate teams

Training 10+ professionals?

We deliver Training on Complaint Resolution in-house at your offices, at a venue we arrange, or fully virtual. Customise the curriculum against your KPIs, and get a bespoke price for the cohort size you need.